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P721 APL

1996 Honda CB250

Grey Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,830 mi
Last recorded26,830 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CB25023,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP721 APL
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 26,830 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front front tyre cracking between tread

Pass 10 Jul 2025 26,816 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

front tyre cracking between tread

Fail 8 Jul 2025 26,816 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

front tyre cracking between tread

Pass 18 Jun 2024 26,812 miles

front tyre cracking between tread

Pass 15 Jun 2023 26,807 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 26,805 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 26,793 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 26,613 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 26,293 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 26,293 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 26,241 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 25,742 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 22,747 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 22,575 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2013 22,440 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 22,440 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2012 22,439 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Fail 14 Jul 2012 22,439 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 21,464 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Fail 9 Jul 2011 21,464 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 20,003 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 17,286 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 17,286 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 15,204 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2007 14,278 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2006 13,770 miles

soft rear suspension action

How Reliable is the Honda CB250?

Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
543
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
3,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 378
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 287
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Drive chain excessively loose 193
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 175
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P721 APL is a 1996 Honda CB250 in Grey with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 23,396 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CB250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P721 APL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P721 APL registered?

P721 APL is a 1996 Honda CB250, first registered on 20 December 1996.

Is P721 APL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P721 APL shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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